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Mugen, Honolulu, HI

Mugen

4.9
4.9
349 Reviews
$50 and over
Contemporary French

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2 people
9:30 p.m.
Booked 3 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
  • Fancy
Mugen is an award-winning fine dining concept that is elevating Hawaii’s status as a destination for culinary travel. Experience global contemporary artistry with a sense of place at Mugen, the Forbes Five-Star rated fine dining restaurant at ESPACIO The Jewel of Waikiki, where every dish tells a story and every sip is a celebration.
Rising star Executive Chef Colin Sato has redefined the Mugen dinner experience with his new five-course menu, designed in collaboration with Pastry Chef Jamon Harper and in consultation with renowned Chef Alan Wong. Featuring seasonal and local ingredients, diners can choose from myriad options within each course while sipping inventive cocktails or exploring wine from Mugen’s extensive collection, honored with the Wine Spectator "Best Of" Award.



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Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French, Hawaii Regional Cuisine, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–10:00 am Dinner Tue–Sat 5:30 pm–8:30 pm
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Parking details
    Complimentary Valet Parking Available in front of ESPACIO
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Colin Sato

Experiences

  • Sunset Champagne & Caviar Experience

    US$140.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    "Immerse yourself in the splendor of a Hawaiian sunset from our rooftop poolside venue, offering a breathtaking panorama of Waikiki. Please note that the visibility of the setting sun varies throughout the year, and while the sky will remain beautifully lit up, the setting orb of the sun may be partially obscured, offering a unique and intimate ambiance.” Minimum Two guests ($280 for two): One ounce Golden Osetra Caviar - (serves two), Includes two glasses of Louis Roederer "Collection 244" Brut Champagne, cured egg yolk, chives, creme fraiche, shallots, smoked sturgeon pate, taro chips, and buttermilk blinis. Additional ounce of caviar available at $180 per tin. This is an outdoor event and is limited to one hour.
    Sunset Champagne & Caviar Experience photo
  • Afternoon Tea at Espacio

    US$120.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Step into a world of whimsy and indulgence at ESPACIO The Jewel of Waikiki, where we reimagine the timeless tradition of Afternoon Tea. Sip on Laurent-Perrier Cuvée Rosé and savor Osetra Caviar upon arrival. Choose your unique, personal teapot and delight in an array of teas, including new and rare blends. Meticulously crafted miniature sandwiches, scones, and desserts enchant your senses. Minimum one day advance reservation required. Limited seating, Saturdays at 1 pm.
    Afternoon Tea at Espacio photo

What 349 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 5Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Hawaii

    Best Overall

  • Hawaii

    Best Service

  • Hawaii

    Innovative

  • Hawaii

    Great for fine wines

  • Hawaii

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

  • Oahu

    Best Overall

  • Oahu

    Best Food

  • Oahu

    Best Service

  • Oahu

    Innovative

  • Oahu

    Great for fine wines

  • Oahu

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Mugen offers an exceptional dining experience with "impeccable service" and "sublime" food, making it a standout in Honolulu's fine dining scene. Guests rave about the "beautiful presentation" and "intimate setting," highlighting the expertise of Chef Colin Sato and sommelier Douglas. Perfect for special occasions, Mugen consistently delivers "one of the best meals" guests have ever had.

349 Reviews
  1. Ken VIP

    Los Angeles13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always excellent, great food and service. Amazing desert! Favorite Restaurant.

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  2. Jeri VIP

    San Francisco2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding dining experience. FRENCH LAUNDRY presentation and quality.

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    Charleston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best breakfast in the Waikiki beach area by far. Food and service were superb. Shout out to Mary and Jemon (hope this is spelled correctly) for taking service to a new standard of excellence. This was definitely a stand out on our visit to the island of Oahu.

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  4. Alona

    Seattle2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great service, beautiful wines! Highly recommend!

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  5. 慶子

    Hawaii1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    店員さんもフレンドリーでサービスも凄く良かったです。日本語も少しできる方が居てとても楽しく食事できました。

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  6. Tiffany

    Hawaii6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We did the Sunset Experience followed by dinner in the restaurant. 10/10 such an amazing culinary experience. If Michelin ever comes to Hawaii, this needs to be the first stop.

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  7. Shirley

    Hawaii27 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and the service was impeccable. Their wine pairing was done very well. The staff is so knowledge and their sommelier is top notch. Amazing dinner for Valentines. Can’t wait to go again for the regular dinners and try out all the pre fixe menus. Thank you again!

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  8. june VIP

    Hawaii50 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Luved especially the lobster risotto. The chocolate dessert was kinda off. Somehow I don't think the pineapple enhanced the dessert. Service was excellent! Will be back!

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  9. young VIP

    Hawaii1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    So impressed with atmosphere, service and food. It was just great!

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  10. H VIP

    New York City14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Exceptional fine dining experience that exceeded all expectations! We had such a memorable evening at Mugen celebrating my husband’s birthday. The staff are professional yet personable & unbelievably attentive without being intrusive. The food created by Chef Colin Sato is truly a work of art visually & matched by flavor. We started our evening with Champagne and Caviar & a sunset view on the rooftop. Inside we were treated to the tasting menu with wine pairing. Our waiter Edwardo & sommelier Douglas were exceptional & such a pleasure . Wes the general manager gave us the royal treatment & we appreciated getting to know the entire staff. This is an establishment that is passionate about their craft & it shows. A true master class on exceptional dining. Thank you Wes,Edwardo,Ricardo,Douglas,Sharri & Chef Colin Sato for such a wonderful experience!

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FAQs

Mugen is rated 4.9 stars by 349 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
9:30 p.m.
Booked 3 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Mugen

2452 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French, Hawaii Regional Cuisine, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–10:00 am Dinner Tue–Sat 5:30 pm–8:30 pm
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Parking details
    Complimentary Valet Parking Available in front of ESPACIO
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Colin Sato
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